by somichcpa | Dec 13, 2019 | Individual Taxes, Tax Tips
One way to head off fraud during tax season is to get your free annual credit report now. Credit reports often have errors in them; this quick checkup can be the first indication that some form of identity theft has taken place on your account. The good news is that...
by somichcpa | Oct 24, 2019 | Uncategorized
Each year the IRS opens thousands of investigations looking for possible tax fraud. In 2017 alone, the Criminal Investigation (CI) arm of the IRS identified $2.5 billion in potential tax fraud with a 91.5 percent conviction rate. While the IRS takes tax fraud...
by somichcpa | Oct 11, 2019 | Financial Planning, Individual Taxes
According to Credit Karma, over $40 BILLION of unclaimed property is currently being held by state governments. That’s a staggering amount of money — enough to buy half of the National Football League franchises. Not included in that figure is property sitting...
by somichcpa | Oct 1, 2019 | Financial Planning, Individual Taxes, Uncategorized
With the school year underway, suddenly the realization sets in that graduation isn’t too far away for high school seniors. Here are five things each graduate should understand before their big graduation day: Debt needs to be managed carefully.It is way too...
by somichcpa | Sep 26, 2019 | Individual Taxes, Tax Tips
Each year, the IRS audits over 1 million tax returns. With agency resources shrinking, the IRS is more selective when choosing tax returns to audit. Knowing what the IRS is looking for can help you understand and reduce your audit risk. Here are five of the biggest...
by somichcpa | Sep 20, 2019 | Financial Planning, Individual Taxes, Retirement Planning, Tax Tips
Too often taxpayers receive tax surprises at year-end due to actions taken by mutual funds they own. What can add insult to injury is the unsuspecting taxpayer who recently purchases the shares in a mutual fund only to be taxed on their recent investment. How does...
by somichcpa | Sep 17, 2019 | Individual Taxes, Retirement Planning, Uncategorized
For the first time since 2013, the IRS is raising the contributions limits for IRAs. The maximum contribution for 401(k) accounts and IRAs is increasing by $500 for 2019. If you have not already done so, now is the time to plan for contributions into your retirement...
by somichcpa | Aug 27, 2019 | Corporate Taxes, Individual Taxes
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine recently signed two bills – House Bills 62 and 166, that enact several significant Ohio income tax changes for the upcoming tax filing season. The following income tax changes are effective for tax year 2019 (as reported on the return due...
by somichcpa | Aug 13, 2019 | Uncategorized
When you win a prize, there are really two winners: you and the taxing authorities. Should you be fortunate enough to win that trip of a lifetime to the French Riviera in your new yacht, here is what you need to know. Prizes are taxable. Almost all prizes are taxable...
by somichcpa | Jul 12, 2019 | Individual Taxes, Tax Tips
The more things change the more they stay the same. This is especially true when it comes to reviewing your tax situation. Mark your calendar to review these essential items each year to ensure you are not missing something that could cause tax trouble when you file...
